Warehouse Worker ll

Nidec Corporation; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec Corporation in Mississippi is seeking a Warehouse Worker II to perform material handling, picking, packing, staging, and inventory support in line with safety standards. This role emphasizes accurate handling and adherence to procedures to support efficient material flow.

You will work independently on standard tasks, operate pallet jacks and forklifts when trained, and collaborate with warehouse teams to ensure accurate orders and timely distribution.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in warehouse, distribution, or material handling environments preferred.
• Typically 2–4 years of experience performing warehouse, logistics, or production support work.
• Working knowledge of warehouse operations and material handling practices.
• Ability to independently perform standard warehouse tasks.
• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Physical ability to lift, carry, and stand for extended periods.
• Basic documentation or system entry skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform material handling tasks including picking, packing, staging, loading, and unloading.
• Accurately pick and prepare materials for production, shipment, or distribution.
• Verify item numbers, quantities, and packaging; stage completed orders.
• Safely operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, carts, or forklifts (as trained).
• Assist with cycle counts, inventory checks, and reconciliation activities.

Skills

Warehouse ops

Independent tasks

Safety awareness

Instructions compliance

Lifting ability

Documentation

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality. All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.

Job Summary

The Warehouse Worker II is an intermediate support role responsible for independently performing warehouse operations such as material handling, picking, packing, staging, and inventory support in accordance with established procedures and safety standards. This role applies working knowledge of warehouse processes, equipment, and documentation to support efficient material flow and operational performance.

Job Description

Role Overview

The Warehouse Worker II provides hands‑on operational support within a warehouse, distribution center, or storeroom environment. The role emphasizes independent execution of standard tasks, accurate handling of materials, and consistent adherence to operating and safety procedures. This position typically reports to a Warehouse Supervisor, Distribution Supervisor, Materials Manager, or Operations Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Material Handling & Warehouse Operations:
  Independently perform material handling tasks including picking, packing, staging, loading, and unloading.
  Move materials, products, or pallets safely within the warehouse.
  Follow work instructions, priorities, and standard operating procedures.
• Order Fulfillment & Staging:
  Accurately pick and prepare materials for production, shipment, or distribution.
  Verify item numbers, quantities, and packaging.
  Stage completed orders in designated locations.
• Equipment Operation:
  Safely operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, carts, or forklifts (as trained and certified).
  Inspect equipment prior to use and report issues.
  Follow equipment operating and safety guidelines.
• Inventory Support:
  Assist with cycle counts, inventory checks, and reconciliation activities.
  Identify and report inventory discrepancies or damaged materials.
  Support accurate placement and labeling of materials.
• Safety & Compliance:
  Follow all safety rules, procedures, and PPE requirements.
  Apply proper lifting techniques and ergonomic practices.
  Maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free work areas.
• Documentation & Communication:
  Complete required logs, pick lists, checklists, or transaction records accurately.
  Communicate material shortages, damages, or delays to supervisors.
  Participate in shift handovers and team communications.
• Cross‑Functional & Team Support:
  Work collaboratively with warehouse clerks, shipping/receiving, and logistics teams.
  Support workload balancing and operational priorities.
  Provide informal guidance and support to Warehouse Worker I roles.
• Continuous Improvement:
  Identify opportunities to improve material flow, efficiency, or safety.
  Participate in continuous improvement or problem‑solving activities.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in warehouse, distribution, or material handling environments preferred.
• Typically 2-4 years of experience performing warehouse, logistics, or production support work.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of warehouse operations and material handling practices.
• Ability to independently perform standard warehouse tasks.
• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Physical ability to lift, carry, and stand for extended periods.
• Basic documentation or system entry skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.

Additional Job Details

Support & Production - S2

• Works to deliver on day-to-day objectives with moderate impact on achievement of results for the team.
• Work consists of tasks that are typically routine, with some deviation from standard practice.
• Works under moderate supervision for routine tasks.
• May seek advice of more senior employees in the same team.
• Communicates with contacts typically within the team on matters that involve obtaining or providing information requiring some explanation or interpretation in order to reach agreement.
• Checks and makes minor adjustments to work methods to solve problems that are routine and typically exist in current work processes and systems.
• May be required to highlight areas of concerns/problems to supervisor in own team.
• Daily challenges are generally routine, but may require interpretation of procedures or policies to resolve problems.
• May provide guidance or assistance to new or entry-level employees.
• Requires basic job knowledge of systems and procedures obtained through prior work experience or education.
• Requires a minimum of 3 years of experience. May require vocational or technical education.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affinity Statement

Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affinity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf

Work Shift Schedule

No Soliciting. Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.

Nidec has worked its way up to become the world's No.1 manufacturer of small precision motors. In the process, Nidec has gradually expanded its product lineup to include a variety of small to large motors, application products for machinery, electronic and optical components. At present, its products are used in a wide range of fields and devices including information and telecommunications equipment, office equipment, home appliances, automobiles, industrial equipment, and environmental energy. "For Everything that Spins and Moves", the Group is creating next-generation drive technologies to meet the needs of the society.